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Retirement contribution limits will rise in 2019

Good news retirement savers: The Internal Revenue Service announced cost of living increases to the contribution limits for retirement-related plans in 2019.

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World leaders agreed on a 'rulebook' to keep the Paris Agreement alive. Many consider the compromise to get there an infuriating distraction.

Hidden in the 133-page document agreed upon at the UN climate change talks was a compromise that many consider an infuriating distraction. The countries of the world agreed to welcome the fact that a scientific report on the state of global warming had been produced. But they failed to welcome its findings.

Don't believe these climate change lies

CNN's team of meteorologists debunk common climate change myths spread by some politicians and pundits.

15-year-old activist scolds negotiators: You are not mature enough

After two weeks of discordant and emotional negotiations, the nations of the world agreed Saturday night on a set of rules meant to help curb global warming.

Trump: My gut tells me more than anybody's brain

President Trump criticized the Federal Reserve raising interest rates and denied his own administration's report on climate change in an interview with the Washington Post.

Judges cite Dr. Seuss' 'The Lorax' to pull key pipeline permit

Forget about the Truffula trees. The Lorax is now saving real-life forests.

Beef and climate change, how are they related?

CNN's Nick Paton Walsh looks at the environmental impact of beef, and how human consumption needs to change to reduce global warming.

Opinion: Trump's failure to fight climate change is a crime against humanity

President Donald Trump, Florida Gov. Rick Scott, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, and others who oppose action to address human-induced climate change should be held accountable for climate crimes against humanity. They are the authors and agents of systematic policies that deny basic human rights to their own citizens and people around the world, including the rights to life, health, and property. These politicians have blood on their hands, and the death toll continues to rise.

Melania Trump's spokeswoman speaks out

In yet another unnecessary attack on the first lady, CNN contributor Kate Anderson Brower, who purports to be an expert on the customs and norms of first ladies and yet has never met Melania Trump, wrote Thursday that Mrs. Trump "proved that she doesn't understand what it means to be first lady."

Internet lights up over Pelosi's sunglasses

Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) gets the rock star treatment as the internet lights up over her shades. CNN's Jeanne Moos reports.

Opinion: Pelosi's drop-the-mic moment

It was supposed to be a friendly Oval Office encounter in front of the press pool — just Chuck, Nancy and President Trump (along with a silent, very still, Vice President Mike Pence). Then someone said "border wall" and "government shutdown," and soon the President was testily mansplaining ("Nancy, Nancy ... Nancy"), observed Anushay Hossain, and giving America an eyeful of what DC politics might look like come January.

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Facebook could face billion dollar fine for data breaches

Facebook could be facing a multi-billion dollar fine after a European regulator announced Friday that it is launching an investigation into the company over failure to protect user privacy.

Facebook reveals bug exposed 6.8 million users' photos

Facebook announced on Friday that the social network had exposed the private photos of millions of users without their permission.

Wonders of the universe

How 3D printers are transforming flying

The next time you hop on a plane, there's a good chance some of its parts will have been made using a printer.

Virgin Galactic's supersonic plane reaches space

Virgin Galactic's supersonic space plane soared into the upper reaches of Earth's atmosphere Thursday for a milestone test flight. It indicates the company is not far off from sending tourists to space.

After its worst year ever, Facebook hands out free hot chocolate and security tips

After a year of scandal after scandal, Facebook hosted a pop-up event at a New York Christmas market to hand out free hot chocolate and security advice.

The most downloaded iOS apps of 2018

Social media dominated the top apps of the year. YouTube, Instagram and Snapchat were among the most downloaded in 2018.

Apple is spending $1 billion on a new campus in Austin

The company is on track to create 20,000 new US jobs over the next five years.

California proposes a plan to tax text messages

California regulators want to tax text messages to increase funds for programs that bring connectivity to underserved residents.

Google is wading into India's huge online shopping market

Google will now allow Indians to look at shopping deals and compare prices through its platform.

Motocross / Supercross News - Racer X

Malcolm Stewart Update

Malcolm doesn't have any major injuries and is just banged up. We also hear X-rays were negative.

Christian Craig Sustains Fractured Thumb

GEICO Honda’s Christian Craig sustained a Bennett fracture (a common fracture of the thumb) yesterday.

Supercross TV Schedule—and Move to NBC Sports Group—Revealed

NBCSN will replace Fox Sports 1 as the primary home of Monster Energy Supercross on TV in the U.S.

Watch: SX Preview Show: Episode 1, The Favorites

These are the four biggest names in Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, and we discuss their chances in the first episode of the sixth-annual Monster Energy Racer X SX Preview Show.

Justin Brayton Wins Torino Supercross

The Smartop/Bullfrog Spas/MotoConcepts Honda rider won the inaugural Torino Supercross yesterday in Italy over Cole Seely.

2019 Monster Energy Supercross TV Schedule Announced

NBC Sports Group and Feld Motor Sports have agreed to an exclusive multi-year media partnership in which NBC Sports will become the official home of Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship.

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Live Show Before A1! Watch The PulpMX/Racer X Show In Person

We are taking the PulpMX/Racer X Show, live on Friday, January 4 (the night before Anaheim 1) in Costa Mesa, California, at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.

Gavin Faith Announces Retirement From Professional Racing

Faith, 26, a native of Fort Dodge, Iowa, turned pro in 2012.

JGR/Yoshimura Suzuki 250 Lineup (and Gear Deal) Announced

Well, we've been waiting for final confirmation on the 2019 250 lineup for the JGR/Yoshimura Suzuki team.

Health News - CNN

Check your fridge and pantry for food products recalled this week

Before the family gathers for a holiday meal, here's all the food you should purge from your pantry. Read on to see some of the things you may need to throw away and updates on recalls for beef and romaine lettuce.

Rape survivors are fighting back against victim-blaming in Lebanon

"I've been raped," Manal Issa shouts as she staggers down a street in Beirut.

Gun deaths in US reach highest level in nearly 40 years, CDC data reveals

Nearly 40,000 people in the United States died by guns last year, marking the highest number of gun deaths in 38 years, according to a new analysis of data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's WONDER database.

E. coli outbreak traced to California farm; some romaine lettuce safe to eat

One source of the potentially deadly romaine lettuce e-coli outbreak has been identified, but it's still too early to call outbreak 'over' according to the CDC and FDA.

Debate over alternatives to fetal tissue research reaches Congress

What do humanized mice have to do with fetal tissue research?

Chain restaurants are less healthy than fast food, global study finds

Fast food often gets the blame for calorific meals, but new research has found that your favorite chain restaurants are dishing up meals with even more excessive calories, worsening the global obesity epidemic.

Cuba 'acoustic attack' mystery continues as study offers more details on US diplomats' symptoms

It started with a phone call that Dr. Michael Hoffer said he had never received before in his career -- not even after serving 21 years in the military.

Fentanyl is the deadliest drug in America, CDC confirms

Fentanyl is now the most commonly used drug involved in drug overdoses, according to a new government report. The latest numbers from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics say that the rate of drug overdoses involving the synthetic opioid skyrocketed by about 113% each year from 2013 through 2016.

Kaléo to offer lower-priced opioid antidote

Pharmaceutical company Kaléo announced Wednesday that it will offer a generic version of its opioid antidote Evzio for $178 for a carton containing two single-dose auto-injector pens.

Youngest survivor of Ebola outbreak brings hope to Congo caregivers

The youngest survivor of the Ebola outbreak received her discharge certificate from the Beni Ebola Treatment Center on Wednesday, according to the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ministry of Health.

Entertainment / Show Biz News - CNN

'If Beale Street Could Talk' finds epic quality in love story

Two years after his Oscar triumph with "Moonlight," director Barry Jenkins has delivered another carefully polished gem in the form of "If Beale Street Could Talk," an adaptation of James Baldwin's 1974 novel. Timely in its themes -- including African-Americans and the justice system -- it's one of those small movies that manages to make personal interactions feel epic.

'Springsteen on Broadway' gives fans best seat in the house

Bruce Springsteen enjoys a unique bond with his fans, one only heightened by his autobiography and Broadway run. For those who couldn't see the latter, "Springsteen on Broadway" endeavors to give them the best seat in the house, a mission that the Netflix special surely fulfills for anyone who has ever yelled "Bruuuuuce" during one of his concert marathons.

Kanye West accuses Drake of threatening him

So much for that apology Kanye West offered Drake a few months ago.

The Peanuts gang is getting new life

The Peanuts gang is ready for some new adventures.

See Chris Pratt's adorable message to Katherine Schwarzenegger

Chris Pratt just professed his love for Katherine Schwarzenegger to the world.

More Letterman coming to Netflix

David Letterman is calling Netflix home for another season.

'Spider-Man' swings into dazzling if goofy 'Spider-Verse'

Much like its hero, "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" swings wildly from place to place, in a tone that's so uneven as to initially be a trifle disorienting. Stick with it, though, and this animated feature -- distinguished by its dazzling visual palette, which creates the feel of a comic book leaping onto the screen -- proves a great deal of fun, reinforcing that animation remains the ideal medium (if not the most profitable) for superhero adaptations.

'Aquaman' sails along on waves of fun and spectacle

In their zeal to catch up with Marvel, DC and Warner Bros. plunged into the super-team waters before establishing individual building blocks, creating a high degree of difficulty. While not on par with "Wonder Woman," "Aquaman" is a step toward restoring equilibrium, creating a sprawling undersea world that most closely resembles the Thor franchise in terms of scope, majesty and happily, humor.

Get a first look at the 'Downton Abbey' movie

"Downton Abbey" fans finally have their first look at the upcoming feature film based on the series.

Eliza Dushku received a secret settlement from CBS

Eliza Dushku reportedly received a confidential settlement of $9.5 million from CBS after she accused one of her co-stars of harassment.

NFL News - ESPN

What's at stake: Predictions, playoff scenarios, more

Winners and projections for every matchup, plus playoff scenarios, to get you through the weekend. Catch up on Week 15 here.

Playoff picture: Texans move to No. 2 seed ... for now

If the regular season ended right now, here's how the top six would look in each conference, plus clinching scenarios.

Sources: Smith exits hospital; NFL return unclear

After spending days in the hospital and enduring multiple surgeries on his broken leg, Redskins quarterback Alex Smith has been released, and there is some optimism that he will be able to resume his NFL career, league sources told ESPN.

Broncos coach on 4th-and-1 call: Take the points

Broncos coach Vance Joseph defended his decision to send out kicker Brandon McManus for a field goal try with Denver facing fourth-and-1 at the Browns' 6-yard line, saying, "I wanted points there."

Cowboys OL Martin out for 1st time at any level

Cowboys right guard Zack Martin will miss Sunday's game against his hometown Colts, the first game he's sat out at any level -- high school, college or in the NFL.

Watt to Darnold: 'You're going to be a great pro'

Jets QB Sam Darnold continued his late-season rally Saturday night with perhaps his best performance, causing Texans star J.J. Watt to say the rookie "has a great future in front of him."

Steelers downgrade Conner (ankle) to doubtful

The Steelers downgraded running back James Conner to doubtful for Sunday's game against the Patriots. Conner sustained an ankle sprain two weeks ago against the Chargers.

Raiders' Bryant, on IR, again suspended by NFL

Raiders WR Martavis Bryant, who was placed on IR earlier this month, has been suspended indefinitely by the NFL for a violation of the league's substance abuse policy.

Fantasy football inactives watch for Sunday

AJ Mass provides updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.

Love, Hate and why 'Die Hard' is a Christmas movie

The debate about the iconic film continues, so Matthew states his case and also provides his usual fantasy football lineup advice for Week 15.

MLB News - ESPN

Buster's Buzz: White Sox have their limits on Machado, Harper

After trading for Yonder Alonso, who is Manny Machado's brother-in-law, the White Sox will make a pitch for Machado himself. But it seems they'll only go so far.

Reports: Nationals bring back 1B Matt Adams

The Nationals stayed busy this offseason by bringing back first baseman Matt Adams on a one-year deal, according to reports. Adams hit 18 home runs in 94 games for the Nats last season before going to St. Louis on a waiver claim in August.

Top spenders Red Sox owe $12M in luxury tax

The World Series champion Boston Red Sox owe $11.95 million in luxury tax for having baseball's top payroll.

White Sox make trade for Indians 1B Alonso

A day after acquiring Carlos Santana in a three-team deal, the Indians have traded first baseman Yonder Alonso to the White Sox.

A's 3B Chapman has surgery on left shoulder

Matt Chapman, who had surgery on his right thumb Oct. 16, had surgery Friday on his left shoulder and is expected to begin swinging a bat in six weeks.

O's Elias believes Hyde 'ideal leader' for rebuild

Brandon Hyde, a veteran coach and former director of player development, officially was named manager of the rebuilding Baltimore Orioles on Friday.

Reports: James McCann, White Sox reach deal

James McCann, who hit .220 with eight homers and 39 RBIs in 118 games for the Tigers last season, will stay in the AL Central after reaching a one-year deal with the White Sox.

Reports: Kinsler, Padres agree to 2-year deal

Veteran 2B Ian Kinsler, a four-time All-Star who was traded to the champion Red Sox late in the 2018 season, has agreed to a two-year, $8 million deal with the Padres.

You might be a better hitter than these five pitchers

Our candidates for this year's worst-hitting pitcher are so awful, even you might be able to take the field and outdo them in the batter's box.

Buster's Buzz: Trade Kluber or Bauer? There's a method to Cleveland's madness

Why would a team considered the prohibitive favorite in its division want to deal one of its top-flight starters? The Indians' strategy is about winning now -- and in the future.

NHL News - ESPN

The cases for, against the Capitals returning to Cup Final

Only one team in the past 20 years has been a repeat Stanley Cup champ. Can Alex Ovechkin & Co. make it two? First, they have to get back to the Final.

Blackhawks mascot gets into fight after game

Police said the Blackhawks' mascot was attacked by a fan at the United Center on Friday.

Blues sign D Bortuzzo to three-year extension

The Blues have signed veteran defenseman Robert Bortuzzo to a three-year extension worth $1.375 million per season.

Sabres suspend Berglund for failing to report

The Buffalo Sabres have suspended forward Patrick Berglund indefinitely for failing to report to the team.

Vegas' Haula out indefinitely after knee surgery

After suffering a knee injury last month, Golden Knights forward Erik Haula had surgery. No timetable has been given for his return.

Blues escape with OT win after bizarre infraction

St. Louis overcame an obscure illegal-equipment penalty, called against Vladimir Tarasenko for playing with the much-taller Colton Parayko's stick in overtime, to beat the Avalanche.

Lightning's Vasilevskiy comes up big in return

Andrei Vasilevskiy made 48 saves in his return from a broken left foot and the Lightning beat the Maple Leafs 4-1 on Thursday night in a matchup of the NHL's top two teams.

Vasilevskiy back from broken foot after month

Andrei Vasilevskiy is returning from a broken foot and will start against the Maple Leafs on Thursday.

Reasons for hope for Blackhawks fans

Chicago has gone 3-11-2 since firing Joel Quenneville. But there are reasons for optimism as we look ahead to the future.

If NHL stars had their own goal songs ...

Sidney Crosby and Beethoven? Tom Wilson and Britney Spears? Greg Wyshynski picks out personalized goal songs.

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